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Justice Minister Yariv Levin Supports Shin Bet Chief Amid Controversy

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Justice Minister Yariv Levin Supports Shin Bet Chief Amid Controversy
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First reported by Walla · 14 hours ago

What happened

Justice Minister Yariv Levin defended Shin Bet chief David Zini against a campaign to block his appointment, citing leaked remarks and criticizing media leaks. Levin also opposed the Supreme Court's ruling to redo the State Comptroller election, calling it unlawful.

  • 01Justice Minister Yariv Levin supports Shin Bet chief David Zini amid recent controversies.
  • 02Levin says a campaign aims to prevent Zini's appointment due to leaked remarks.
  • 03Levin calls the uproar over Zini's comments proof of systemic issues needing reform.
  • 04He criticizes frequent contacts between senior officials and journalists leading to leaks.
  • 05Levin opposes Supreme Court's decision to hold new State Comptroller elections, calling it unlawful.
  • 06Levin clarifies he does not encourage disobedience despite calling the ruling invalid.

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Full coverage · 7 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew38 minutes ago
Justice Minister Yariv Levin Supports Shin Bet Chief Amid Controversy
Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Justice Minister Yariv Levin Backs Shin Bet Chief Amid Controversy
Channel 13Center · Hebrew3 hours ago
Shin Bet Chief Initiates Leak Probe on Netanyahu's Orders Amid Iran Strike Disclosure
Now 14Right · Hebrew5 hours ago
Classified Leak Endangers Historic Israel-US Operation, Not Bardugo-Zini Meeting
MakoCenter · Hebrew10 hours ago
Yinon Magal Foretells Iran War as Shin Bet Chief Faces Probe Pressure
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew10 hours ago
Movement for Quality Government Demands Criminal Probe into Shin Bet Chief David Zini
Now 14Right · Hebrew11 hours ago
Shin Bet Chief Faces Media Backlash for Investigating Leak of Major Military Operation
Now 14Right · Hebrew12 hours ago
MK Boaron Urges Shin Bet to Lead Investigation into Leak of Operation Roaring Lion
WallaCenter · Hebrew14 hours ago
Shin Bet Chief Zini Begins Probe into Security Leak Under Netanyahu's Pressure

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